TECHNO DRINKS Oct 23, 2023 ... intelligence analyzed consumer preferences for energy drinks and subsequently selected the ingredients and formulation. AI determined that the drink should be enriched with vitamins, amino acids, and herbs to deliver an exceptional and pleasant beverage experience. - SAPPORO BREWERIES: OTOKO UME SOUR SALTY PLUM - In collaboration with IBM Japan, Sapporo Breweries has introduced 'Otoko Ume Sour Salty Plum,' a sparkling cocktail featuring umeboshi, a renowned sweet and sour Japanese pickled plum known for ...
AND… RELAX Aug 15, 2023 ... products and techniques that are helping young people to press pause. - RADICAL REST - The growing trend of radical rest pushes back against toxic productivity in order to focus on self-care. On TikTok alone, the hashtags #DeepRest, #RadicalRest, and #RestIsRadical have more than 31M views collectively - a testament to a shared desire to tune out before burn out. At its core, most people agree that It’s an umbrella term that encapsulates our growing refusal to sell our souls in exchange for economic ...
TAKING CARE OF SELF-CARE Jun 21, 2023 ... Alternative Ways To Feel Your FeelsThe idea that Gen Z prioritizes their mental health is nothing new. However, the way they choose to focus on it has been evolving since the Pandemic. There’s been such a fundamental shift in this generation’s mindset and a pivot towards self-care as a form of personal growth that new trends are constantly emerging to meet this need. Ahead, we’re checking out a few new self-care tactics and rituals young people are experimenting with in their quest for improved ...
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY Jun 15, 2023 ... ’ has cropped up in recent chatter. - GOOP GIFT GUIDE - Catching the media's attention across both sides of the pond, Goop has made headlines yet again for its controversial offerings. When it comes to Goop gift ideas, your standard greeting card is hardly going to cut it, and this year, the Gwyneth Paltrow-helmed lifestyle label didn’t ditch its buzzy product picks for Father’s Day, as it dropped a gift guide featuring everything from four-figure jewelry to sex toys for prostate stimulation. In ...
THE RISE OF ALTERNATIVE LEATHERS Jul 24, 2023 ... The latest in eco-friendly fashion From cork to pineapple to mushrooms, plenty of plant-based leathers are available today. Although these alternative leathers – whether they are plastic or plant-based, or both – are marketed as a sustainable alternative to real leather, the jury is still out on their long-term impacts as most of them contain a type of plastic called polyurethane (PU), which could sit in landfills for decades post-use. However, with the plant-based leather market expected to ...
VIRAL NEWS: THE FANDOM PARADOX Aug 18, 2023 ... emerged where she described her version of the princess as a leader who doesn't need a prince to save her. On TikTok, some users challenged her comments and opinions, saying that in an effort to make Snow White more feminist, Zegler inadvertently assigned antifeminist sentiment to the character. Others used the viral discourse to defend Zegler —a Latina actor who has already faced racist backlash for her casting in the remake— and highlight this case as an example of how fans are growing accustomed to ...
CASSANDRA SESSIONS: CREATORS IN THEIR OWN WORDS Oct 03, 2023 ... beliefs, particularly regarding sustainability and social justice. When asked how this affects their approach to both work and personal style, Maegan pointed out that she prefers brands that prioritize recycling, use eco-friendly packaging, and support environmental causes. Consequently, she ensures that her sustainable jewelry business reflects these values. Building on this viewpoint and highlighting Gen Zs increased emphasis on ethical consumption, André, a musician and fashion influencer known for ...
TEACHERS TAKE TIME OFF Jun 05, 2023 ... The travel brands showing their appreciation for educators this Summer. Teachers – underpaid, overworked, and not appreciated nearly enough– have found themselves at the front lines of the culture wars. It’s a lot. In fact, more than 2 in 3 Gen Zs agree that “teachers today have too many things to worry about besides just teaching,” as discussed in Cassandra’s Future of Education report. Those worries are only compounded for LGBTQ+ teachers. As another year of teaching in this fraught era draws ...
THAT’S SO AESTHETIC Jun 29, 2023 ... Cassandra’s latest report is hereOn TikTok, the tag #aesthetic has over 246B views, filled with videos that go from #OOTD to compilations of clips and images that convey a specific vibe for young people to explore and delve into. In fact, Gen Zs are setting clear destinations in their stylistic voyages, as 61% agree that their favorite aesthetic changes often. The guidelines that define each of the aesthetics that Gen Z discovers become an opportunity. They’re using their aesthetic(s) to ...